SAFPA’s one-day hose safety course provides an introduction to hydraulic hose connectors and the safe assembly of these components for industry use. It is aimed at OEM artisans, foremen, supervisors, managers and all personnel involved in the assembly and supply of hydraulic hose and connectors.
The course includes basic hose principles; health, safety and environment; hose and connector selection; hose assembly, and hose and connectors failure. There are also two video presentations on hose manufacture and hose safety.
Courses will be held at the Italian Club, Bedfordview, on Thursday 21 May, Thursday 20 August and Thursday 15 October.
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